The Wait is Finally Over... Physique 57 is proud to announce its new DVD Workout Series Volume 2. An energetic three-DVD set starring Tanya Becker, Creator of the Physique 57 technique, and Shelly Knight, Physique 57's Director of Training, West Coast, along with a great mix of Physique 57 instructors and clients.
The three-disc DVD Series that produces rapid, obvious results includes: Classic 57 Minute Full Body Workout - Second Edition, Advanced Express 30 Minute Full Body Workout and Thigh & Seat Booster 30 Minute Workout. Each DVD offers different variations, and new exciting ways to challenge your body.
"It's transformed my body in ways I never thought possible," explains Kelly Ripa to Fitness Magazine.
Vogue writes "my jeans fit better, I look stronger and I'm standing straighter"
Departures dubbed it "a core-centric workout that yields rapid results"
Teen Vogue promises "Physique 57™ is the best workout"
The New York Times insists "a reshaped behind or tummy awaits."
You'll see visible results in only 8 workouts with the vigorous and dynamic Physique 57™ exercise method designed to rapidly transform your body.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great barre!, February 26, 2011
By Jenny G (Wisconsin, USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Physique 57 3 Disc Workout Series Volume 2 (DVD)
Advanced Express 30 minute Full Body Workout:
-Warmup (3 min): Starts with a quick barre-style march followed by 10 pushups, 10 pushup pulses, forearm plank rolling side to side, tricep dips with leg lifts, and a quick stretch.
-Thighs (7.5 min): Various plie variations, adding the playground ball between the thighs at the end of the plie work. You use the ball between the thighs again for kneeling thigh dancing. The last part she has you put the ball between your thighs in a forearm plank and then bend and straighten the knees followed by 10 pushups. There is a quick stretch at the end of the segment.
-Glutes (11 min.): Standing glute work, using the ball in back of the knee, followed by a brief stretch and then repeated on the second side.
-Abs (5 min): This is mostly c-curve based, using the ball to add variety.
-Stretch (3 min): Brief back extension (cat/cow, cobra) before moving into seated stretches.
The first time I completed this DVD I thought it was kind of easy - so not really Advanced at all. The upper body work was very brief and I would probably add on some body weight work. The thigh and glute segments were pretty good, but the abs and stretch were a bit short again. The impression I had was that this DVD wasn't likely one I would use as a regular part of my rotation, but might be helpful when I'm pressed for time. I'm curious to see if my impression changes the next time I complete this DVD.
OTHER COMMENTS:
I received a free Physique 57 ball with my DVDs. It turns out it is just like the playground ball I already had. It works fine for the thigh and ab segments, but next time I do the glute segments using the ball I will probably use my Fitball Mini as the P57 ball kept slipping out from in back of my knee.
It took me a little while to find the right support for the c-curve abs. I started with a thin cushion that looked similar in thickness to the one they use on the DVD and placed it under my mat, but it seemed to bother my lower back more than help it. I then tried a folded towel, but it was so thin it didn't do much. The best option was a small throw pillow off my sofa, placing it on top of the mat to support my lower back.
I'm 48 with a bad knee and hip dysplasia, although I'm in pretty good shape despite my limitations. Barre has really helped my knees although I waited a few months after finishing up physical therapy before trying the thigh segments. The 57 minute DVD did bother my hip a little bit, but not enough to cause any serious problems.
